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Exhaust Manifold > < Catalytic Converter|Description and Operation|Page 2973
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14. If installing new catalytic converters, remove the heated oxygen sensors (HO2S) and the catalyst monitor sensors.

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Apply a light coat of high temperature nickel anti-seize lubricant to the HO2S and catalyst monitor sensor threads prior to installation.

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To install, tighten to 46 Nm (34 ft. lbs.).

15. NOTE:  It may be necessary to heat the joint to ease removal.

If necessary, remove the LH catalytic converter-to-RH catalytic converter support clamp and discard. Separate the catalytic converters.
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To install, tighten to 55 Nm (41 ft. lbs.).

16. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Exhaust Manifold > < Catalytic Converter|Description and Operation|Page 2973